At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As a valued member of our team, you will be an integral part of a group working together to elevate Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network. Our network includes 60+ community hospitals, 60+ rehabilitation/behavioral health hospitals, and 250 additional sites of care across the United States. As an organization, we are dedicated to serving communities nationwide by providing exceptional care. We believe in the power of our talented teams and strive to create environments where employees find purpose and fulfillment.

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Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Rehabilitation Hospitals in 2024.A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Rehabilitation Hospitals in 2024.A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

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Description 
A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!
Our Benefits:
<ul></ul>
·         Tuition assistance/reimbursement
·         Low therapy-to-patient ratios
·         Expansive benefit package including PTO plan, 401k + Match, and insurance coverage
·         Professional development and advancement opportunities
·         Superior quality patient outcomes
·         Supportive leadership and culture
              Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families 
              Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees 
             6 paid holidays for full time employees 

What you will do in this role:
The Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem provides occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
<ul>
<li>Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so.</li>
<li>Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.</li>
<li>Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.</li>
<li>Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services. </li>
<li>Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.</li>
<li>Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.</li>
<li>Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in each patient team conference</li>
<li>Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation.</li>
<li>Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy modalities.</li>
<li>Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.</li>
<li>Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.</li>
<li>Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.</li>
<li>Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team.</li>
<li>Participates in patient/family conferences and team conferences.</li>
<li>Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and to function under stressful situations.</li>
<li>Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.</li>
<li>Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.</li>
<li>Meets current documentation standards and policies. Documents goals on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan on admission of the patient and provides updates regularly.</li>
<li>Participates in educational staff performance improvement in-services. Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members. Participates in guidance and educational programs.</li>
<li>Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.</li>
<li>Participates in infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

 Qualifications <ul>
<li>Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.</li>
<li>Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred, but not required.</li>
<li>Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred</li>
<li>Current CPR/BLS certification.</li>
</ul>
Salary range: $55.00 per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this hourly rate. 

 Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute Escondido California Lifepoint Health Job ID #527371. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist (Ot) Prn

Description 
A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!
Our Benefits:
<ul></ul>
·         Tuition assistance/reimbursement
·         Low therapy-to-patient ratios
·         Expansive benefit package including PTO plan, 401k + Match, and insurance coverage
·         Professional development and advancement opportunities
·         Superior quality patient outcomes
·         Supportive leadership and culture
              Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families 
              Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees 
             6 paid holidays for full time employees 
What you will do in this role:
<ul>
<li>Performs patient assessment</li>
<li>Provides care in accordance with physician’s orders and established plan of care</li>
<li>Assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment to achieve goals</li>
<li>Plans for patient discharge. Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other, and members of the healthcare team to achieve rehabilitation goals and promote maximum benefits of care</li>
<li>Participates in performance improvement and program development activities</li>
<li>Provides input into the budgetary planning process; contributing to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul> Qualifications <ul>
<li>A bachelor’s and master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or similarly title area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association</li>
<li>Possess or eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible</li>
<li>to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow (CFY)</li>
<li>Licensed or eligible for licensure in state</li>
<li>Current Basic Life Support/CPR card</li>
</ul>
Salary range: $45.00 - $54.85 per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this hourly rate. 
 Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute Escondido California Lifepoint Health Job ID #526847. Posted job title: Speech Language Pathologist (Slp) - Pt

Description A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply !Day shift available!
Our Benefits:
•    New competitive pay rates •    Tuition assistance/reimbursement •    Low nurse-to-patient ratios •    Expansive benefit package •    Supportive leadership and culture                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          •    Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families •    Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees •    6 paid holidays for full time employees •    Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees •    401(k) retirement plan •    Flexible spending and health savings accounts
What you will do in this role:
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient</li>
<li>Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients</li>
<li>Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.  Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions</li>
<li>Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments</li>
<li>Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs</li>
<li>Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care</li>
<li>Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.  Educates the patient and family regarding pain management</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned </li>
</ul>
 Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program</li>
<li> Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse</li>
<li>CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred</li>
<li> IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred</li>
<li>Minimum six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Salary range: $28 USD - $39USD per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this hourly rate.</li>
</ul>
Palomar Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute Escondido California Lifepoint Health Job ID #517143. Posted job title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (Lvn)

Description A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply for this Night shift position!
Our Benefits:  •    New competitive pay rates •    Tuition assistance/reimbursement •    Low nurse-to-patient ratios •    Expansive benefit package •    Supportive leadership and culture
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •    Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families •    Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees •    6 paid holidays for full time employees •    Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees •    401(k) retirement plan •    Flexible spending and health savings accounts
What you will do in this role:
<ul>
<li>Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age</li>
<li>Provides morning care which may include bed bath, shower or whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the day</li>
<li>Provides evening care which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room and other general care as needed</li>
<li>Prepares patients for meals; serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients if necessary</li>
<li>Answers patient call lights, anticipates patient's needs and makes rounds to assigned patients</li>
<li>Assists patients with the handling of personal property: dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, prosthetic devices, etc</li>
<li>Reports and, when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidents</li>
<li>Assists licensed nursing staff with treatment procedures</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul> Qualifications <ul>
<li>Completion of course for nursing assistants</li>
<li>Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant</li>
<li>CPR/BCLS Certification</li>
<li>Minimum six months experience in an acute or long term facility preferred</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Salary range: $23 USD - $28 USD per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this hourly rate.</li>
</ul>
Palomar Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute Escondido California Lifepoint Health Job ID #522926. Posted job title: Certified Nursing Assistant (Cna)

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute jobs

Occupational Therapist

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Speech Language Pathologist

$45-55/hour

LPN / LVN

$28/hour

CNA

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